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2 INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS SCHOOL OF SCANDINAVIA

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MASTER OF BUSINESS

ADMINISTRATION Provides training in business for learners in-terested in understanding the working nature of business in a competitive environment. The objective is to develop learners into broadly educated business decision makers who understand the nature of business as a whole, with the tools and techniques appli-cable to a wide variety of business situations.

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60 CREDIT HOURS

180 CREDIT HOURS

Personal Development for Leadership & Strategic Management

Finance for Strategic Managers

Research for Strategic Development

Strategic Human Resource Management

Organizational Behavior

Strategic Planning

International Business Environment

International Marketing


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PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT FOR LEADERSHIP & STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

UNIT OBJECTIVES1

1. Understand how knowledge and skills in leadership and strategic management support the creation and achievement of organisational vision and strategy - Analyse the knowledge and skills in leadership and strategic management which are required to support the creation and achievement of organisational vision and strategy - Assess the contribution that factors other than knowledge and skills in leadership and strategic management make to the achievement of organisational vision and strategy 2. Understand how to develop and communicate organisational vision -Analyse the factors which impact on the creation of organisational vision -Assess the different approaches to developing vision -Evaluate the key factors which impact on the communication of vision to external stakeholders 3.Be able to manage development of own personal knowl-edge and skills in leadership and strategic management to support achievement of personal and organisational visionand strategy-Review theories of leadership and management and assess the implications for your personal development -Carry out an audit of own personal leadership and management knowledge and skills which facilitate the creation and achievement of organisational vision and strategy4.Be able to reflect on the benefits of personal development in the achievement of personal growth and organisational vision and strategy -Assess the benefits of review and explain when this tool can be used in the achieve-ment of personal and organisational strategy-Evaluate the sources of information needed to review progress with achieving personal development plans

This unit aims to help learners develop their own personal leadership and management skills in the context of the creation and achievement of organisational vision and strategic direction.

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15 CREDIT HOURS


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ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOR2

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

UNIT OBJECTIVES

1. Understand leadership behaviour theory and practice. - Evaluate different leadership behaviour theories- Analyse theories relating to work relationships and interaction2. Understand how organisational structures and culture impact on the effectiveness of the organisation. -Analyse aracteristics of different organisational structures- Explain how the culture of an organisation can impact on the effectiveness of the organisation 3. Understand how organisations can improve employee effectiveness to respond to business opportunities- Assess the impact of learning on the effectiveness of employees- Evaluate how working in teams can improve employee effectiveness 4.Understand how organisations can motivate employees in order to improve their efficiency and effectiveness -Analyse the benefits and issues with involving employees in organisationaldecision making- Explain different ways to motivate employees

The aim of this unit is to help learners develop an understanding of how organisational behaviour, structure, culture, motivation, creativity and leader-ship impact on an organisation’s effectiveness andefficiency.

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15 CREDIT HOURS


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INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT3

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

UNIT OBJECTIVES

1. Be able to analyse the international business environment - Evaluate business techniques used to analyse the international business environment- Analyse the micro and macro environment of a specific business organisation which operates on an international level2. Understand the impact of globalisation and international trade -Assess the impact of globalisation and international trade on national economies-Assess the benefits, opportunities and challenges of globalisation and international trade for a specific business organisation 3. Understand the international markets in which businesses operate - Analyse the implications for businesses of the cultural and regulatory diversity in inter-national markets-Evaluate the potential conflicts between corporate strategy and ethical, social and sus-tainable responsibilities-Assess the importance of Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainability in supporting business success

The unit will enable learners to explore the chang-ing international business environment and develop knowledge and understanding of how organisations respond.

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15 CREDIT HOURS


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FINANCE FOR STRATEGIC MANAGERS4

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

UNIT OBJECTIVES

1. Understand the importance of financial data in formulating and delivering business strategy -Evaluate the sources of financial data which can be used to inform business strategy -Assess the need for financial data and information in relation to business strategy-Analyse the risks related to financial business decisions2. Be able to analyse financial data for an organisation in order to inform strategic decision making purposes-Interpret financial statements to assess the viability of an organisation-Conduct comparative analysis of financial data using ratio analysis 3. Be able to evaluate proposals for strategic decisions on capital expenditure in an organisation- Review methods for appraising strategic capital expenditure projects and strategic direction -Evaluate business proposals for capital expenditure in an organisation using appropriate financial techniques.

The learners will develop knowledge, understanding and skill that will enable them to analyse internal and publicly available financial information. This will help to inform strategic decision making.

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15 CREDIT HOURS


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STRATEGIC PLANNING5

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

UNIT OBJECTIVES

1. Understand the foundations for developing organisational strategy -Explain the relationship between mission, vision, strategy and business plans-Analyse named organisations’ mission and vision statements2. Understand the external environment affecting organisations-Explain how external factors affect organisations-Evaluate how stakeholder expectations influence organisations3. Be able to review an organisation’s strategy and business plans - Explain the importance of review in the development of organisational strategy and business plans-Evaluate the tools which can be used to review organisational strategy and business plans 4. Be able to develop strategy options for an organisation -Use modelling tools to develop strategy options for an organisation-Develop criteria for reviewing the potential strategy options5. Understand how to create a strategic plan to meet business objectives-Explain the structure of a plan needed to deliver a strategy-Explain how stakeholders are involved in the formulation of the plan

The aim of this unit is to develop the knowledge, understanding and skills necessary to develop an organisational strategic plan

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15 CREDIT HOURS


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STRATEGIC HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT6

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

UNIT OBJECTIVES

1. Understand the factors affecting human resource manage-ment strategies in organisations -Analyse the effect of organisational structure and culture on human resource manage-ment strategies in organisations -Assess the importance of financial resources in creating a human resource management strategy2. Understand how strategic human resource management contributes to the achievement of the strategic plans of organ-isations-Analyse different models of strategic human resource management-Explain how human resource management contributes to the achievement of strategic plans3. Understand how to prepare human resource management strategies for organisations- Assess factors to be considered when preparing human resource management strategies-Evaluate key elements of a human resource management strategy4. Be able to develop a human resource management strategy for an organisation-Develop a human resource management strategy for an organisation -Explain how the proposed human resource management strategy will support achieve-ment of business objectives

The aim of this unit is to help learners acquire knowl-edge and understanding of human resource manage-ment strategy and its impact on the efficiency of an organisation.

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15 CREDIT HOURS


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INTERNATIONAL MARKETING7

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

UNIT OBJECTIVES

1. Understand the implications of international marketing for organisations -Assess the market research requirements for international marketing-Analyse how the business case for international marketing can be justified-Assess the risks which must be considered for international marketing 2. Understand how to develop an international marketing strategy-Analyse the features of international markets-Evaluate the operational considerations that should be taken into account when devel-oping an international marketing strategy.-Analyse the characteristics of an international marketing strategy3. Understand the requirements of international marketing communications-Evaluate the way in which local customs, culture, language and ethical considerations may affect marketing communications-Assess the role of technology in international marketing communications-Assess the implications and requirements of different sales and marketing communications strategies

This unit enables learners to understand the require-ments of international marketing, in particular, the fi-nancial considerations to be taken into account in en-tering and operating in international markets. Learners will also be able to develop an international marketing strategy and understand the implications and require-ments of international marketing communications

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15 CREDIT HOURS

15 CREDIT HOURS


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RESEARCH FOR STRATEGIC DEVELOPMENT8

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

UNIT OBJECTIVES

1. Be able to formulate a research proposal relating to strategic business development -Identify a valid area for research to support the strategic development of a business area-Explain the aim, scope and objectives for a chosen area of research in strategic business development-Establish success criteria for the achievement of the research proposal2. Be able to use different research methodologies to gather sufficient and valid data-Review different literature sources to find those most appropriate for the chosen area ofresearch-Use appropriate research methodologies to gather sufficient information from primary and secondary sources to make valid conclusions3. Be able to present research findings in an appropriate format for a target audience-Prepare a report that provides a comprehensive explanation of the purpose,methodologies, findings and recommendations-Reference all sources using a recognised system-Use the information collected to justify conclusions and recommendations4. Be able to evaluate own skills while undertaking research-Review own skills linked to own research using personal reflection and feedback-Make recommendations on ways to improve own skills while undertaking research

The aim of this unit is to develop the knowledge, understanding and skills required to carry out research to meet the needs of strategic business management.

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15 CREDIT HOURS

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